Samson

Samson is a member of the Manhattan Clan in the late 22nd Century. He would have been the first lead of the proposed spin-off Gargoyles 2198.

History

Samson hatched in the Manhattan Clan's rookery in 2158. Due to his strong resemblance to Goliath, it is clear he is descended from him through Broadway and Angela's mating, though the exact details of his descent are unknown. He might be the biological grandson of Artus or Gwenyvere, or the biological son of Lancelot; it hardly matters, considering that gargoyle children are raised by the entire clan. A young warrior tutored in both Manhattan and Ishimura, it is likely he was made second-in-command of his clan, and he becomes a key figure in 2198.

Samson was on guard duty at the base of the caldera on Queen Florence Island when the Space-Spawn attacked Earth and witnessed their kidnapping of the human and gargoyle leaders, as well as the gargoyle eggs. He forms a resistance cell, including Delilah as his second, Zafiro, Nicholas Natsilane Maza, Owen Burnett, Nokkar, Demona, Brooklyn, Fu-Dog, LXM-994, and LXM-1057 determined to free Earth from the alien invaders. Samson and Delilah will develop a romantic relationship during the resistance.

One of Samson's biggest concerns is how to resist the Space-Spawn occupation without inciting them to destroy Earth with their planet-destroying weapons.[1]

Characteristics

Samson strongly resembles Goliath, his ancestor, though his coloring is different.

Real World Background

Samson was named after the famous ancient Israelite "strong man" in the Old Testament (Judges 13-16), a figure whose name has become a byword for strength. His name bears a strong significance for how humans will feel about gargoyles in the future; like his ancestor Goliath, Samson is named after a "mighty man" of the Bible, but this time a hero rather than a villain.